odd feather loss

[shadetreehens]

Two of my girls,(both standard Brahmas) are loosing feathers on their necks, just below their heads not all the way down to their breasts. It is just a 2 inch or so wide area starting in the front, one has almost worked all the way around, the other is just noticeable. They both seem energetic and otherwise well. I don't believe this to be dominate pecking by others, and I have checked them for parasites. the worst of the two does have a slight crust in dime sized spots, but not bloody or oozing. I have looked at other internet sources, but I am not finding anything like this yet. Any leads would be appreciated.

 

[CCourson05]

Sounds like rooster damage. He pulls the feathers on her neck to try and maintain his balance.

So first thing, do you have a rooster?

 

[shadetreehens]

No rooster here. I did further reading and I am treating for mites. Changed all the litter and did a thorough cleaning today after work. I guess I will know more in~ 10 days?

 

[alfalfachick]

I am having the same problem with one of my chicks. I don't have a rooster either. I saw a different post that recommended more protein, such as calf manna. I think I'm going to try that. Thanks for posting, I was going to, but you beat me to it!

 

[shadetreehens]

We will get some supplements too. Keep the ideas and progress notes coming.